American baseball pitcher
Born: January 31, 1947
Nolan Ryan, born on January 31, 1947, is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) pitcher and one of the most legendary figures in the sport’s history. Known for his incredible fastball and longevity, Ryan played for an impressive 27 seasons from 1966 to 1993, setting numerous records that still stand today.
Ryan played for several teams during his illustrious career, including the New York Mets, California Angels, Houston Astros, and Texas Rangers. He became the MLB’s all-time strikeout leader with an astounding 5,714 strikeouts, a record that remains unbroken. Ryan also holds the record for the most no-hitters pitched in MLB history with an incredible seven.
Throughout his career, Nolan Ryan was an eight-time All-Star and achieved the rare feat of pitching a no-hitter in three different decades. His durability and competitive spirit earned him the nickname “The Ryan Express.” In 1999, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport. Beyond his on-field success, Nolan Ryan has continued to be involved in baseball, serving in various front-office roles and contributing to the development of young pitchers.
Nolan Ryan’s 5 most popular quotes
- I grew up with the thought that I wanted to treat people the way I’d like to be treated, and I think if you do that, it’s pretty hard to go wrong.
- A successful pitcher keeps the leadoff hitter from reaching first base and puts the first pitch over for a strike—the two most important rules of pitching.
- Enjoying success requires the ability to adapt. Only by being open to change will you have a true opportunity to get the most from your talent.
- One of the beautiful things about baseball is that every once in a while you come into a situation where you want to, and where you have to, reach down and prove something.
- Pitching in the big leagues is a dream. Preparing to pitch in the big leagues is a nightmare!
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